Title: On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=89641857&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! ## Photo gallery for On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! ![Interior - On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89650000/89641900/89641857/fd94ae35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89650000/89641900/89641857/cfbd9d17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89650000/89641900/89641857/4f59a244.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89650000/89641900/89641857/4402ceb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! (Banner Elk)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89650000/89641900/89641857/2770e71b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On The River, nestled in Valle Crucis, offers a serene retreat with an open kitchen and dining room that lead to a family room with gas log fireplace. Outside, unwind on the covered porch or screened-in porch overlooking the Watauga River and enjoy lazy days on the swing or grill up some BBQ. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! Welcome to On The River! Right in Valle Crucis, just minutes to the Original Mast Store, The Mast Store Annex, the Valle Crucis Park and just ten minutes to Boone. A perfect cabin and a perfect location, three bedrooms, two baths, open kitchen, dining room and family room with gas log fireplace. Out side the view of the river from the covered porch and a separate screened in porch. Additionally you'll find a gas grill and lazy day porch swing. On the main floor you'll find one Queen bedroom and an additional bedroom with two Twin beds. Between the two is a full bath with shower/tub combination. Upstairs is a third bedroom with a Double bed and bath with jetted tub. This pet friendly, WiFi ready property is your long awaited home away from home. On The River is about as peaceful as you can get ... so come on up and enjoy!!! ADDITIONAL NOTES: \- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided \- Check in is after 4pm and check out is by 10am \- Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent. \- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates. \- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home. \- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook. \- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable. \- 4WD/AWD and/or chains recommended during winter (Nov-March) for all homes. Travelers visiting during the winter months where inclement weather may be possible should come prepared with an AWD or 4WD vehicle, and chains may also be required if it snows. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement. \- This home allows up to 4 mature, well-trained dogs with an additional pet rent of $25 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted. \- This home has heat, but it uses window AC units for cooling. \- Note that neighborhood noise restrictions are strictly enforced. Guests are required to keep all persons' conversation and activity noise levels to reasonable levels and must not disturb the neighbors living next door. \- Parking space for up to 2 vehicles MAX, no trailers are allowed. Driveway is shared with the neighboring home and guests are expected to be respectful! \- Guests MUST HAVE a fishing license to fish in the Watauga River, even though it runs through the property, as that is public game lands. They sell them at the Original Mast General Store which is right on Broadstone Road. CANCELLATION POLICY: Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled within 59 days of the arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee. NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Moutain Rentals NCREC License Number: 29198 ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108775000/108774938/c9deb687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Crab Orchard Guesthouse Sleeps 6, Near Hiking Valle Crucis - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 1 review £288 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=108774938&PinnedHotelID=108774938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83650000/83647900/83647829/c1e57dbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful MTN Haven with Fireplace & Views Banner Elk - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=83647829&PinnedHotelID=83647829&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101060000/101053200/101053112/d5f5a89f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Log Cabin on the Watauga River Banner Elk - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=101053112&PinnedHotelID=101053112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92800000/92795300/92795214/62f6e84e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### River Run Cabin- New Listing By Watauga River in Valle Crucis! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 572511 ## About the area Located in Vilas, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Beech Mountain Resort and Sugar Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Vilas travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vilas.dx500725) [View more Holiday homes in Vilas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vilas-Private-Holiday-Homes.d500725-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.20707%2C-81.76747&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4MZtgGpC5oQRpuDCtQ48-ixWgtM=) Banner Elk, NC ### What's nearby - ![Boone_AppalachianStateUniversity_6172349-4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6172349/e740d392-995c-4e99-89c0-943b429dfc67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Appalachian State University 13 min drive \- 7.9 miles - ![Ever wonder where the Land if Oz is? It is in Beech Mountain, N.C.! This former amusement park opens twice a year - in June for the Journey with Dorothy and in September for Autumn at Oz. #landofoz #Adventure #yellowbrickroad #amusementpark #northcarolina #LocalSecrets #trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183740/11af6ee6-5286-4cd7-a3a9-c27734c9bcdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Beech Mountain Resort 20 min drive \- 10.8 miles - Watauga River 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Alta Vista Gallery and B & B 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Sugar Mountain Resort 20 min drive \- 11.4 miles ### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) 92 min drive ### Restaurants - Appalachia Cookie Company 10 min drive - South End Brewing - Boone 13 min drive - Circle K 9 min drive - Lost Province Brewing Company 13 min drive - Rivers Street Ale House 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage!? ### What time is check-in at On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage!? ### What time is check-out at On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage!? ### Where is On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## On The River - Pet friendly home with beautiful river frontage! Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia D. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Peaceful, quiet, relaxing Overall, very nice, clean. On-line description is not accurate. No shower upstairs. Bed upstairs is nailed to the wall. You have to crawl over your sleeping partner to get to or out of the wall side of the bed. Steep driveway with a sharp turn that took us 2 tries to get to the top. Tires were smoking! Scenery and river were beautiful. River bank too steep to get into river. Pretty to look at though. ##### Patricia D. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renee O. 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice & peaceful ##### Renee O. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle E. 5 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Fun family vacation Overall nice. House is a little dark. VRBO website needs updating as it said 2 showers, only had 1 and a very old jetted tub. Also no AC, only a small unit that can cool 1 room. Noticed after we booked that rental agency has more accurate information. Good location and house was clean ##### Michelle E. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### david b. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location #### Good-not great Location is awesome as we have stayed 2 homes down in the past, property mgt group good to assist with issues of the dishwasher having no power but not resolved before we left. The kitchen lacks proper utensils and platters for families, mostly older and extremely used items, everything sticks to pans when cooking. Furnishings are in the cheaper/older side… No central AC and portable ones took quite a while to cover the heat. Beds slept well. “1 shower”Porch and yard area is great. This is a “good” rental, could use some tlc and upgrades. ##### david b. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ---